grief
time wasted
but
such necessary
release
a truly difficult experience
deprivation of the physical
a vicious grinding of one's beautiful
memories
finding one's self
wearing
uncomfortable masks of normalcy
then taking them off
when you can't stand it anymore
pets are children
in our hearts
so, so much love
all unconditional
you were my baby for nearly eight
years Maggie
and I will miss the great out pouring
of your love
and begging shamelessly for attention
until I too die
but then
we will be just where we belong
nearest the other
forever
please don't forget me
until then..............
(Feb. 8, 2000 430am)